1963 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S80. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Because 1963 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | AC | Volvo |
| Model | Cobra | S80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1861 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1493 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2835 mm |
